![]() ISIS' Egypt affiliate pledges allegiance to new leaderISIS affiliates in Sinai and Bangladesh pledge allegiance to Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi's replacement.![]() Sisi extends state of emergencyEgyptian President extends state of emergency, which has been in effect since April 2017, for another three months.![]() 9 members of same family killed in explosion in SinaiNine killed, six wounded in explosion in a town in the northern Sinai Peninsula.![]() Israeli woman arrested in Egypt en route to Sinai23-year-old Israeli woman heading to Sinai for vacation arrested by Egyptian police after bullets found in her bag.![]() Mortar lands near synagogue in southern IsraelMisfired mortar from Egypt lands in southern Israeli border town.![]() Report: Egyptian intelligence held secret talks in IsraelDelegation from Egyptian intelligence service held secret talks in Israel focusing on Gaza, according to Channel 13 News.![]() Israeli man missing in EgyptPolice turn to public for help with search for 26-year-old man who disappeared after entering Sinai Peninsula.![]() Egypt arrests more than 1,000 after anti-Sisi protestsEgyptian authorities have arrested more than 1,000 people in wake of rare protests calling for ouster of the President.![]() Trump on Egypt demonstrations: I'm not concernedUS President gives backing to Egyptian President amid protests against his rule at home.![]() Egypt: 74 arrested in protests against SisiSecurity forces maintain tight control in Cairo's Tahrir Square after protests in several cities call for removal of the president.![]() Former Egyptian President's son dies at 24Abdullah Morsi, youngest son of Mohammed Morsi, dies of heart attack two months after his father's passing.![]() Report: Egypt offered to improve conditions in GazaEgypt offered to improve conditions in Gaza in exchange for long-term ceasefire with Israel, report says.![]() Hamas: We will respond to an Israeli attackHamas sends message to Israel through Egyptian mediators that any Israeli action against the group would be met with a response.![]() Egyptian security forces kill 11 jihadistsEgyptian security forces kill 11 militants in shootout during raid in North Sinai.![]() Egyptian security forces kill 17 jihadistsEgyptian security conduct raids in Cairo and in another province, days after terrorist attack in the capital.![]() Sisi says Cairo blast was a terror attackEgyptian authorities say Hasm group is behind car explosion in Cairo which killed 20.![]() 17 killed in explosion in Cairo17 killed, 32 injured in explosion outside Egypt’s National Cancer Institute. Cause of the incident is being investigated.![]() Egypt, Jordan reaffirm support for two statesEgypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Jordan's King Abdullah II discuss efforts to end Israeli-Palestinian Arab conflict.![]() British Airways to resume flights to CairoBritish Airways to resume flights to Cairo following a week’s suspension due to security issues.![]() British Airways cancels flights to CairoBritish Airways suspends flights to Egyptian capital for one week as a 'precaution.' Lufthansa flights to Cairo are also canceled.![]() Egyptian scholar says ‘extremist’ Jews use blood to make matzahHebrew scholar working in Saudi Arabia spreads blood libel on Egyptian radio.![]() Egypt working to prevent new Gaza conflictEgyptian delegation meets with Hamas and PA leaders in bid to prevent new escalation between Israel and Gaza.![]() Netanyahu: Our peace with Egypt is the cornerstonePrime Minister Netanyahu visits home of Egyptian Ambassador to Israel on the occasion of Egypt's Independence Day.![]() Rivlin: Egyptian leadership shows responsibilityPresident is guest of Egyptian Ambassador to Israel at reception in honor of Egypt's 67th National Day.![]() Twitter suspends Egyptian actor who called to kill JewsTwitter suspends account of Egyptian actor Hesham Mansour who tweeted, “Now lets kill some Jews”.![]() Ayoub Kara resigns from governmentKara: 'Since I was appointed Communications Minister there began campaign of tendentious slander against me.'![]() Egypt blasts Erdogan for suggesting Morsi was killedEgypt's Foreign Minister condemns as "irresponsible" Erdogan's accusation that former President had been killed.![]() Erdogan: Morsi was killedTurkish President claims former Egyptian President was killed and did not die of natural causes.![]() Egypt to pay Israel $500 million fine for nixed natural gas dealAfter Egypt cancelled sale of natural gas to Israel, following multiple terrorist attacks on gas line, country fined $500 million.![]() UN calls for probe of former Egyptian president's deathUN human rights office calls for "independent inquiry" into death of Mohammed Morsi.![]() Muslim Brotherhood describes Morsi's death as 'murder'Muslim Brotherhood says death of former Egyptian President was a “full-fledged murder”, calls for mass funeral.![]() Deposed Egyptian Pres. Mohamed Morsi dies after court sessionFormer Muslim Brotherhood President of Egypt collapses and dies following court session in his lengthy trial.![]() Hamas: We're entering second phase of 'ceasefire'Hamas claims transfer of Qatari money initiated second stage of ceasefire - despite increase in incendiary balloons.![]() Egypt, Jordan, Morocco to attend US Mideast peace conferenceEgypt, Morocco and Jordan have agreed to attend the unveiling the economic component of US peace plan, White House says.![]() Egyptian President meets WJC PresidentAbdel Fattah Al-Sisi and Ron Lauder discuss Egyptian-US relations, latest developments in the peace process in the Middle East.![]() Jordan and Morocco to participate in Bahrain Economic ConferenceTwo countries join Egypt, that has already announced it will take part in US initiated event; Israel has yet to receive official invitation.![]() Egypt: 8 policemen killed in attack in SinaiEight Egyptian policemen killed in terrorist attack near El-Arish.![]() Sisi: We won't accept anything the Palestinians don't wantEgyptian President discusses US peace plan, makes clear he will not cede land as part of "Deal of the Century".![]() Report: Egypt pressing Israel to implement ceasefireHamas closely following how Israel implements ceasefire deal, report says.![]() Netanyahu: Thank you to my friend Sisi, the Egyptian presidentNetanyahu thanks Egypt, as well as Greece, Croatia, Italy and Cyprus for sending firefighting aid to Israel. The PA also offers its help.![]() Egypt cracks down on terrorist organizationsEgyptian Foreign Ministry says local security forces eliminated two "armed squads" in the Sinai Peninsula.![]() Israel and Hamas agree to six-month ceasefireIsrael prepared to expand fishing zone, promote UN-initiated deal, transfer medicines and humanitarian aid, open negotiations.![]() Egypt: 17 wounded in bus blast near Giza pyramidsRoadside bomb hits tourist bus near Giza pyramids, wounding 17, including South African citizens.![]() Egyptian cleric on anti-Semitic rant: America, West are the Jews'Conflict between Jews, Muslims started with Muhammad, who could defeat plots, traps, tricks of Jews and cleanse Medina of their "filth".'![]() Senior Hamas official heads to Egypt for talks on IsraelHamas delegation leaves Gaza Strip for Egypt for talks on truce with Israel, following latest flareup.![]() Egypt referendum extends Sisi rule to 2030Amendments were approved, with 88.83% voting in favor.![]() Abbas: Netanyahu doesn't believe in peaceMahmoud Abbas dismisses US peace deal during Egypt trip, says Netanyahu 'doesn't believe in peace'.![]() Egypt votes to allow Sisi to extend ruleEgypt's parliament overwhelmingly approves constitutional amendments allowing President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi to stay in power until 2030.![]() Foreign Ministry warns Sinai vacationersSigns posted at Egyptian border crossing warning Israelis about possible terrorist attacks in Sinai.![]() Can President of Egypt maintain control until 2030?Cairo to vote on series of constitutional amendments to allow President Sisi to rule until 2030 and expand powers almost without restriction![]() Egypt cracking down on terrorEgyptian security forces eliminate 11 ISIS terrorists in northern Sinai, 6 Muslim Brotherhood terrorists near Cairo.![]() '1 million Palestinians to settle in Jordan under Trump plan'Report says Trump peace plan includes Jordan ceding territory to Israel, settling 1 million Palestinians, forming confederation with PA.![]() At White House, el-Sisi and Trump to discuss counterterrorismPres. Trump, Pres. el-Sisi, plan to discuss economic ties, counterterrorism efforts, in upcoming meeting.![]() Israel, Hamas reportedly agree on calmIsrael and Hamas, with Egyptian mediation, reportedly reach agreements on restoring calm along the Gaza border.![]() Hamas: Coming hours will decide if conflict continuesHamas says 'marathon of talks' with Egypt continue and coming hours crucial, as Egypt demands Hamas take 'active steps' to prevent conflict.![]() Egyptian opposition warns against extending Sisi's powerEgyptian opposition parties call to vote against constitutional changes allowing Sisi to stay in power until 2034.![]() Egypt discovers ancient port used by temple buildersRocks quarried at port were used to construct ancient Egyptian temples at Karnak and Kom Ombo. |